Dementia gives the feeling of not belonging. Discontentment with the current situation, and lost connections in memory that no longer give one a foundation for emotional security, merge creating great apprehension in our loved ones. It is our job as caregivers to support physical, emotional, and mental health. We want our “person” to know that she is safe with us, that we love her, and will always be there for her. When that is accomplished and consistent, contentment and happiness is the result. However, it certainly is an up-and-down affair as the mind continues to lose those connections. It leaves the caregiver continually looking for new ways to give comfort, to calm, and to help them feel safe.
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